Pot O Gold Rainbow
Dive into a dazzling celebration of colors and flavors with the *Pot O’ Gold Rainbow*, a whimsical layered dessert perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you want to brighten your table! This stunning treat combines vibrant layers of rainbow-colored gelatin, fresh fruit arranged in a radiant spectrum, and a luscious golden topping made from vanilla pudding and freshly whipped cream. The medley of strawberries, mandarin oranges, pineapple, grapes, and blueberries not only adds natural sweetness but also makes this dessert a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Easy to prepare yet impressively elegant, this no-bake dessert is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve chilled and let your guests discover the magic at the end of the rainbow! Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, spring gatherings, or kids’ parties, this treat is as delightful to eat as it is to look at.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Strawberries (chopped)
- 1 cup Mandarin oranges (peeled and segmented)
- 1 cup Pineapple chunks
- 1 cup Green grapes (halved)
- 1 cup Blueberries
- 1 cup Purple grapes (halved)
- 1 cup Whipping cream
- 1 package Vanilla pudding mix (instant)
- 2 cups Milk
- 3 packages Rainbow-colored gelatin packets
- 3 cups Hot water
- 3 cups Cold water
Instructions
Prepare the rainbow-colored gelatin by dissolving each packet in 1 cup of hot water, then adding 1 cup of cold water to each. Pour the gelatin into individual bowls and refrigerate until fully set (about 4 hours or overnight).
Once the gelatin is set, use a small spoon or cookie scoop to break it into small, colorful pieces. Set aside.
In a clear serving bowl or trifle dish, begin layering the fruit in rainbow order, starting with strawberries (red), followed by mandarin oranges (orange), pineapple chunks (yellow), green grapes (green), blueberries (blue), and purple grapes (purple). Each fruit layer should be about an inch thick.
Spread a layer of the broken gelatin pieces over the fruits to add a fun and colorful accent.
In a separate mixing bowl, prepare the vanilla pudding by whisking the pudding mix with milk according to the package directions. Let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
In another bowl, beat the whipping cream with a whisk or electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the prepared pudding to create a light and creamy golden layer.
Spoon the golden pudding layer on top of the gelatin and fruit to complete the dessert.
Optional: Garnish with whipped cream and rainbow sprinkles for extra festivity.
Refrigerate the Pot O' Gold Rainbow until ready to serve. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2187 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.4 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.3 g | 272% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 284 mg | 95% | |
| Sodium | 1716 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 300.5 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 248.0 g | ||
| Protein | 29.3 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 886 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 2140 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
